Geauga County Public Library
January 23, 2020 by Staff Report

Programs require registration unless otherwise noted.

Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.

 

Administrative Center Branch

12701 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, 440-286-6811.

Preschool Expo

Jan. 24, 6-8 p.m.

Parents are invited to talk with several local preschools. Representatives will answer questions and provide information. Sign up for a raffle. The event is for parents/guardians only. No registration is required.

 

Bainbridge Branch

17222 Snyder Road, Bainbridge Township, 440-543-5611.

Sensory Storytime
Jan. 25, 10 a.m.
Join for a storytime in a supportive environment for children with autism and/or sensory integration challenges.

Yoga for Beginners
Jan. 28, 6:30-8 p.m.
A local yoga instructor will teach routines with different poses and their benefits. Bring a yoga mat. Waiver is required.

 

Chardon Branch

110 East Park St., Chardon, 440-285-7601.

Adult Coloring Club
Jan. 24, 2–3:30 p.m.
Jan. 27, 7-8:30 p.m.

Experience the relaxing benefits of coloring. Materials provided. Light refreshments. No registration is required.

Teen Coloring Club
Jan. 27, 4 p.m.
Coloring supplies and snacks provided for teens in grades 6-12. No registration is required.

Wildlife in Winter
Jan. 28, 7 p.m.
Discover what wildlife is active in winter as Geauga Park District introduces critters that can cope with the cold. Illustrated presentation supplemented by natural artifacts.

Ice and Snow
Jan. 30, 4 p.m.
Youth in grades K-5 will study different types of wintery precipitation with hands-on activities and crafts.

 

Geauga West Branch

13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250.

Wool Applique Workshop
Jan. 25, 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Join local artist and best-selling author Rebekah L. Smith as she leads groups in making wool applique tea coasters. Participants will need to supply pins, needles and scissors. Materials fee is $10.

Wildlife in Winter
Jan. 30, 7 p.m.
Discover what wildlife is active in winter as Geauga Park District introduces critters that can cope with the cold. Illustrated presentation supplemented by natural artifacts.

 

Middlefield Branch

16167 East High St., Middlefield, 440-632-1961.

Arsenic and Old Letters

Jan. 23, 6:30-8 p.m.
Learn the story of poor Sally Randall and learn how to preserve one’s family’s history.

Storytime STEAM
Jan. 24, 10 a.m.
Children ages 3 to 5 with a caregiver will use some favorite picture books to create fun hands-on ways to challenge children’s thinking and problem-solving skills.

Captain Underpants
Jan. 30, 4 p.m.
Youth in grades K-5 will celebrate Captain Underpants.

Family Movie Nights
Jan. 31, 6- 8 p.m.
Enjoy popcorn and a family movie. No registration required

 

Newbury Branch

14775 Auburn Road, Newbury, 440-564-7552.

Chili Cook-Off
Jan. 26, 2 p.m.
Prepare a recipe and join the third annual competition, or just stop by to taste the creations Geauga County’s finest have to offer.

 

Thompson Station

16200 Burrows Road, Thompson, 440-298-3831.

Book Origami
Jan. 30, 6:30 p.m.
Transform an old book into a new work of art. Books and supplies provided.